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Neuroscience and Neuromyths for teachers

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Neuroscience and Neuromyths for teachers
Evidence
Definitions, background and scope
Neuromyths and interventions
Resources
Case studies
Sources of evidence
Definitions
Neuromyths quiz
Web and other resources
Invitation to contribute
Strength of evidence and translation rating
Background and scope
Myth A: Percentage of the brain in use
Research on commercial products
Additional information
Is intelligence fixed?
Myth B: Exercise and mental function
Myth C: Co-ordination exercises
Myth D: Sugar, snacks and attention
Myth E: Caffeine and alertness
Myth F: Learning styles
Myth G: Drinking water
Myth H: Brains, games and learning
Strength of Evidence
Transferability
Areas for further research
Editor's Comments
Online Communities

Myth D: Sugar, snacks and attention

Children are more attentive after sugary drinks and snacks. Although not healthy in other ways, sugary snacks actually increase attention.

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